Color in Your Home

by Evelegh, Tessa; Wreford, Polly

• ISBN13: 9780891349662
• ISBN10: 0891349669
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1999-04-01
• Publisher: North Light Books

Summary

This is the ultimate color guide for home decorators. Following clear, visual instruction, readers will learn how to create color harmonies that achieve an array of effects, from subtle tonal schemes to stunning contrasts. Color harmonies are organized by hues, featuring neutrals, pastels, mid-tones, brights and deep tones. To help readers map out the best schemes for every room, this guide also demonstrates how to create a fool-proof color storyboard, complete with swatches and color samples.

Table of Contents

Colour and setting	p. 6
Understanding Colour	p. 10
The basics of colour	p. 12
Harmonizing tones	p. 14
Contrasting tones	p. 16
Mixing colours	p. 18
Colour proportions	p. 20
Colour accents	p. 21
Planning for colour	p. 22
Planning a scheme	p. 24
Three looks with lime
Bright style	p. 26
Elegant appeal	p. 30
Classic yet contemporary	p. 34
The neutrals	p. 38
Neutrals inspiration	p. 40
Neutrals influences	p. 42
White on white	p. 44
Rich cream	p. 46
Coffee and cream	p. 48
Mixed taupes	p. 50
Neutrals and black	p. 52
The pastels	p. 54
Pastels inspiration	p. 56
Pastels influences	p. 58
Pastel and white	p. 60
Fondants	p. 62
Pistachio tones	p. 64
Water colours	p. 66
Summer skies	p. 68
Artists' pastels	p. 70
The mid-tones	p. 72
Mid-tones inspiration	p. 74
Mid-tones influences	p. 76
China blues	p. 78
Lavender hues	p. 80
Summer berries	p. 82
Muted mix	p. 84
Terracotta tones	p. 86
Mixed spice	p. 88
The brights	p. 90
Brights inspiration	p. 92
Brights influences	p. 94
Tropical hues	p. 96
Chalky brights	p. 98
Soft limes	p. 100
Citrus zest	p. 102
Primary mix	p. 104
Clashing colours	p. 106
Hot and cold	p. 108
The deep tones	p. 110
Deep tones inspiration	p. 112
Deep tones influences	p. 114
Rich reds	p. 116
Aubergines	p. 118
Deep contrasts	p. 120
Navy blue	p. 122
Black	p. 124
Index	p. 126
Acknowledgements	p. 128
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